Roadrunner Rundown | 4/3
- Apr 3
- 3 min read
Table of Contents
Welcome
Welcome to this weeks rundown - reminder that there is no school on Monday, April 6.
Thanks to everyone who came out to Lee Live last week - we exceeded our fundraising goal of $65k by $6k! WOW!...what a generous community! Way to go for our Roadrunners!
Library next week will be limited due to STAAR testing. Tuesday classes - Ardoin, Larsen, Johnston, Draughn, Chacole, and Weaver - will all take place as scheduled.
STAAR testing starts next week! Reminder that there are no volunteers on campus during STAAR testing dates.
Wednesday April 8th: 5th/6th ELA
Thursday April 9th: 3rd/4th ELA
Monday April 13th: ELA Make-Ups
Wednesday April 15th: 5th Science
Thursday April 16th: 5th Science Make-Ups
Tuesday April 21st: 5th/6th Math
Thursday April 23rd: 3rd/4th Math
Friday April 24th: Math Make-Ups
Art Show and Maker Faire
Save the date for April 24
Save the date for the annual Lee Art Show and Maker Faire on April 24th!
Framed self portraits will be on display -- and for sale by Artome -- in the gym from 4:00-6:00 pm. Art by all grade levels will also line the halls.
This show will overlap with our Maker Faire, 5:00-7:00 pm, hosted by Lee upperclassmen and the inimitable Jenny Day. Keep an eye out for an email from Ms. Day with more details on how your student can participate.
We do need a couple of helpers the morning of the Art Show on April 24th. Please sign up here.

Roadie Workday - Earth Day Cleanup!
Sunday, April 19
Join us on Sunday, April 19 from 8 am - 11 am to help us care for the school grounds. We will provide trash pick up tools and gloves but PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE and wear work appropriate clothing.
PTA Executive Board Recruitment
This is your chance to make a big impact on Lee! We're currently recruiting for the 2026-2027 PTA Executive Board - you can put yourself forward for any position.
President
Vice President
VP of Communications
VP of Educational Enrichment
VP of Fundraising
VP of Membership
Treasurer
Secretary
Send any inquiries or questions to the Nominating Committee at nomcom@russellleepta.org.
Last month to order your Yearbook!
Order your yearbook by 5/1 to have it by end of year. We're nearing the deadline to order, so get yours today! Head over to https://account.treering.com/validate and type in code 1015066231443557 to order today.

Lost and Found
Lost and Found will be outside by the cafeteria on Thursdays during pickup (weather permitting). If its raining, your student can always grab their items during school hours, or you can stop by via the front desk.
Shop + Support Lee All Year Round
Shop with Pride Socks - All Year
Shop this Lee family-owned lifestyle brand that empowers individuals to take pride in who they. Use promo code lee20 for 20% off and Pride Socks will donate 20% of sales back to Lee PTA! Visit https://pridesocks.com/ to shop.
Name Bubbles - All Year
Use this link to order personalized name labels—they're a simple way to keep track of your child's supplies all year long and avoid a trip to lost and found. When you use our purchase link, a portion of every order goes back to support our school!
Minted - All Year
Visit Minted.com and receive 20% off your purchase and Minted will donate 15% of your purchase to the school! Use code: FUNDRAISERUSSELLLEE
This is a great opportunity to get holiday cards and gifts for the upcoming holiday season.
Questions about Shop with Lee events and or interested in partnering with us on Shop with Lee initiatives at your business? Email fundraising@russellleepta.org.
Join our PTA!
It's never too late in the school year to become a member. Join the PTA today!
Lee Calendar

4/6 No School - Staff Development
4/8 STAAR - 5th/6th ELA
4/9 STAAR - 3rd/4th ELA
4/13 Bluebonnet Reader's Party, 3rd - 5th Grade
4/15 STAAR - 5th Science
4/15 PTA Meeting - 4:15 pm
4/19 Roadie Work Day
4/21 STAAR - 5th/6th Math
4/21 CAC Meeting, 3:30 pm
4/23 STAAR - 3rd/4th Math
4/24 Lee Art Show and Maker Faire, 4 - 7 pm
5/1 Lee Olympics
Download a PDF of this month's Calendar below.
Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors
Interested in becoming a corporate sponsor? Check out our Sponsorship packages and reach out here!
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